Perspectives

I don’t know exactly what it is about the ABC Family show “Greek” that completely enthralls me, but last summer I uncharacteristically became victim to an obsession with its surprisingly compelling content. For a television series encompassing a plot about sorority and fraternity life — a topic I have feverishly contested for years — “Greek” enraptured me far too quickly. … [Read more...] about Greek life contradicts Pep’s ideals Lindsey Boerma Perspectives Editor

Ryan HagenAssistant Perspectives Editor The battle about whether to publish ”The Jewel of Medina,” a historical fiction novel depicting the prophet Mohammed’s marriage to a prepubescent girl, has opened a new and unusually clear front in the war between liberty and security. Nuance is vital, but, in the sometimes ugly and often simplistic struggle between freedom of speech and … [Read more...] about Islam novel wins for free speech 

Graphic Staff   Today marks the seventh anniversary of one of the most tragic events in United States history — the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. For our generation in particular, the incident signified an instigation of political awareness and worldly controversy to which we were previously not exposed. Now, as we reflect on this event that sparked a war still being fought … [Read more...] about Anniversary recalls true American unity

Heather ManesStaff Writer At the close of the Vietnam War, Richard Nixon called for a “Peace with Honor” arrangement for the withdrawal of American troops from South Vietnam. Though the withdrawal was successful, the supposed “honor” contained within the mandate was not. The American initiative was cut short by Ho Chi Minh’s detrimental — and wholly underestimated — … [Read more...] about U.S. violates Iraqi sovereignty

Lindsey BoermaPerspectives Editor Recently, I came across a friend who had never “Googled” his name before. As someone who far too often types her name into the Web giant’s search engine, basking in the glory of my online accomplishments, I found this to be an extraordinarily scandalous fact. Whether regarding such frivolous intrigues or more substantial news, the Internet … [Read more...] about Tech wave bursts into political venues